December is creeping in fast, beautiful gems, bringing the year to a stunning close! The world around us evolves in spectacular ways, unveiling wonders, miracles, and the limitless potential of life. The sky this month beams with delicate hues of rose quartz, fuchsia, and soft coral hues.
Just step outside for a moment and catch the skies right before day ends and night begins as the Sun sets and displays its color spectrum for you to see—a visual symphony of transformation and wonder.
As we step into this new month, we reach a pivotal point in our collective journey, especially since Pluto is firmly in Aquarius, ushering in a period of radical change. The tower has truly crumbled beneath its lies and unstable foundation. Releasing old structures that no longer support the new earth.
December is generally known as the twelfth month in numerology. However, December’s collective numerology for 2024 is “eleven,” symbolizing spiritual awakenings, creativity, and inspiration from higher realms.
11 is also associated with the following energy:
- Aligning with destiny and life purpose
- The path to enlightenment and wisdom
- Divine illumination of the subconscious
- Spiritual protection and deeper connection.
The month will be marked by a mixture of energies during the transition between Sagittarius and Capricorn season, with Mars starting the month retrograde. The spiritual potential of this master month is enlightening as we shed the density of the past year and learn to fully embody the present moment.
This is a time of revelation when illusions are shattered, the angels are singing, and truth is revealed. The old world has fallen, along with its limiting beliefs, outdated paradigms, greed, and manipulation. It’s not a gentle process—it’s disruptive, intense, and often unexpected. Yet, within this chaos lies the promise of renewal, a clearing of the old to make way for the new. It’s a moment of deep vulnerability that can feel both liberating and intimidating. It asks you to confront the raw, unfiltered truth about yourself and the world around you.
It’s an awakening, a stripping away of falsehoods to reveal a more authentic and aligned reality. This is how we move beyond the fears of our ancestors and honor life, as we are their living dreams.
December brings Neptune, Mercury, and Chiron direct. Along with a Black Moon adding its own layer of mystery, depth, and transformation. Now, before we dive into this in-depth cosmic forecast, here are some monthly themes:
- Increased foresight
- Freedom for the wrongly accused
- Building Strategic Life plans
- Discernment and emotional detachment
- Mastering passions and emotional impulses
- Patience and the discovery of higher knowledge
- Topics of computers, programming, and neurotechnology
- Themes related to media, radio, press, or publishing
What to Expect Astrologically in December 2024
December 1st: New Moon in Sagittarius
The Path to Higher Truth
The New Moon in Sagittarius at 9 degrees arrives at 12:22 AM CST on December 1st, igniting the potential for higher consciousness. It’s not simply about starting over; it’s about refining the collective’s “diamond souls,” utilizing this fire sign to bring wisdom, truth, and understanding. Sagittarius encourages us to reach for higher wisdom, stretch beyond the known, and embrace freedom in both thought and spirit.
The New Moon opposes Jupiter, and desires may seem inflated as if there is no limit to what can be achieved. However, reality has its own limitations. There’s a risk of overpromising or overachieving, believing that every idea must be implemented immediately. However, Saturn’s square acts as a grounding force, pushing back against excess and encouraging practical planning.
Saturn is a stern teacher here, reminding us that lofty visions are only as good as the dedication behind them. Impatience and shortcuts can lead to setbacks, so balance enthusiasm and responsibility.
With a trine to Chiron comes a deep healing opportunity, with an understanding of your life experiences. Past wounds related to belief systems, personal truths, and unfulfilled aspirations may resurface. It’s not easy work, but integrating wisdom from past struggles promises the philosopher’s stone. Instead of being weighed down by old stories and narratives, this New Moon offers a chance to rewrite them.
It’s a potent moment to rise above failures, using the Sagittarian ceremonial fire to purify the doubts, fears, and insecurities of the old world.
December 6th: Mars Retrograde
A Time to Reclaim Power From Within
Mars begins its retrograde journey at 6 degrees in Leo on December 6th. Mars retrograde shifts the energy from forward-driven action to internal reflection. In the bold sign of Leo, it’s all about reassessing our motivations and how they connect with our heart’s desires. This retrograde period invites a deep dive into our core motivations-what truly ignites your passion versus what feeds the ego.
The essence of this retrograde is about rediscovering the heart’s true calling, free from external validation. Focus on refining your self-expression and address any underlying wounds related to pride, competition, or recognition. Shadow energy can manifest as frustration, power struggles, or even burnout due to overexertion in seeking external success.
Spend time on inner healing, creativity that brings joy, and heart-centered decisions during this period rather than forcing outcomes. This retrograde aids the collective shift by turning raw ambition into purposeful, soul-driven creation.
Keep track of all of December’s astrological transits throughout the month with our astrology calendar.
December 7th: Venus Enters Aquarius & Neptune Direct
A Time of Expanding the Heart’s Higher Vision
On December 7th, Venus moves into innovative Aquarius, the same day Neptune turns direct in Pisces. As a result of this combination, you get a powerful blend of energies – one that is both expansive and spiritually charged. During Venus’ Aquarius transit, we are encouraged to embrace relationships that prioritize freedom, individuality, and authenticity. It’s about breaking away from traditional norms and exploring love in a more progressive, emotionally detached way.
At the same time, Neptune’s direct motion in Pisces clears the fog that may have clouded intuition, spiritual insight, and mental clarity over recent months. With the loss of illusions, you may gain a greater sense of who you are and how you connect to the collective consciousness as you make your way along your spiritual path.
This energy is also prone to the shadow side of escapism, detachment, or choosing to avoid emotional depth in favor of ideals that lack substance, or worse, avoiding emotional depth altogether. It is important to be cautious of becoming too aloof in relationships, as this transit has the potential to lead to misunderstandings among people.
Anchor your spiritual wisdom into reality by balancing liberation and emotional presence.
December 12th: Venus-Mars opposition
Reconciling Soul Contracts
December 12th brings a powerful opposition between Venus and Mars, a cosmic dance of attraction, tension, and potential reconciliation. This alignment activates the balance of yin and yang energies, challenging us to harmonize assertiveness with receptivity. It’s a time for integrating the divine masculine and feminine within, both in personal relationships and within the self.
Expect minor conflicts or unresolved issues, particularly in intimate relationships. There’s potential for misunderstandings if passion becomes entangled with unspoken expectations. The key is open, honest communication—use this energy to clear the air rather than create unnecessary drama. This can also manifest as impulsive reactions, jealousy, or power struggles.
Be mindful of projecting unhealed wounds onto others, and instead, use this transit to deepen understanding and foster authentic reconciliation.
December 15th: A Full Moon & Mercury
A Time of Revelations & Reflections
Mercury shifts direct during a Full Moon on December 15th, bringing long-overdue direction. With the Full Moon in Gemini, Mercury’s ruling sign, its direct motion is like a sudden clearing of cosmic mental and emotional gunk. This energy brings swift realizations, making it impossible to hide from the truth anymore. There’s no room for avoiding it- this is an exchange of direct and unfiltered honesty about where you stand and where you’re going.
The Full Moon in Gemini marks a climactic moment of insight and revelation. Everything is amplified by its conjunction with Jupiter: thoughts, emotions, and perceptions. A surge of mental energy can feel exhilarating but also overwhelming if not managed well. The desire to understand and communicate becomes urgent, yet it’s essential to avoid falling into grandiosity or becoming overwhelmed by too many possibilities.
There is a layer of confusion added by the square to Neptune, which may blur the lines between reality and fantasy.
You can feel lost in a sea of information or question the validity of insights. This aspect calls for discernment, asking you to distinguish between intuition and illusion. Saturn’s loose square adds a sobering influence, forcing you to ground revelations in concrete plans. Breakthroughs are likely, but overcoming fear-based thinking or rigid expectations may also be a challenge. The final Full Moon of the year reminds us that clarity without action is incomplete.
December 21st: Capricorn Season
From Darkness to Dawn, a Collective Shift
The energy changes gears when the Sun enters Capricorn on the 21st, bringing a more grounded and disciplined tone. Capricorn season 2024 feels different—lighter yet still serious—since Pluto has exited this sign. With Pluto no longer casting its shadow, the drive for growth becomes more about building solid foundations than undergoing significant inner shifts. It’s an ideal time to set long-term plans, establish boundaries, and bring order to various aspects of life. Mars is still retrograde, encouraging strategy as well as taking time to rest and recalibrate.
The shadow side of Capricorn season is the tendency to become overly focused on material goals, inflexibility, or an all-work-no-play mentality. Maintain balance by allowing room for spontaneity and personal joy while keeping your eyes on long-term growth.
Additionally, Capricorn season aligns with the solstices. Northern Hemispheres are celebrating the Winter Solstice, a time for introspection and setting intentions for the new year. The Southern Hemisphere celebrates the Summer Solstice, symbolizing expansion and outward growth. No matter which hemisphere we are in, solstice energies emphasize inner contemplation and outer action, perfectly aligning with Capricorn’s call to build enduring structures.
Overall, this is the season of the elder, the sage, and the spiritual steward who builds a consciousness that serves humanity as a whole. The newly created structures born during this time emphasize community, interconnectedness, and sustainable growth, shifting away from hierarchical control and into shared leadership.
December 24th: Jupiter & Saturn
When Expansion Meets Structure
Jupiter squares Saturn on December 24th, marking a powerful turning point that revisits the energy of their pivotal grand conjunction in 2020. This cosmic clash, like a first-quarter square, reactivates a profound evolutionary process that’s not just about releasing old structures but also nurturing new paradigms. It’s as if the universe presses pause and asks: Have we truly learned and integrated the lessons of the past few years? Have you fully integrated lessons from 2020?
Jupiter’s influence calls for growth, a broader vision, and the courage to pursue better opportunities. It pushes us to transcend perceived limitations and explore new ideas and ways of living with optimism. On the other hand, Saturn’s energy insists on realism, discipline, and grounding each idea into practical reality.
This transit’s energy has been felt twice in 2024. It will continue its influence into 2025, shaping governing systems, education, healthcare, philosophy, the arts, and even the distribution of resources like pubic aid, state insurance, etc. It acts as both a catalyst and a checkpoint, pushing these systems to evolve while simultaneously highlighting their weaknesses. Despite its idealistic vision, this square also reveals harsh realities that need to be addressed.
The potential is massive, but the obstacles are real—there’s a collective tendency toward reluctance, hesitancy, or even a sense of being blocked by external circumstances. The transit can stir feelings of doubt, causing many to give up before even starting.
The silver lining lies in adopting a balanced approach that allows for aspirational thinking and practical results. The key is to have faith in new possibilities without ignoring careful planning. While Jupiter inspires us to aim higher and broader, Saturn reminds us that every meaningful transformation requires consistent effort, clear strategies, and the courage to confront obstacles head-on. Now is the time to build systems that are dependable, resilient, and truly aligned with collective visions.
December 29th: Chiron Direct
The Healer’s Awakening
On December 29th, Chiron turns direct in Aries after five and a half months retrograde. This forward motion feels like a release—a positive movement after months of exploring core wounds related to identity, assertiveness, and self-worth. Aries energy pushes for confrontation with the raw, unfiltered aspects of the self, highlighting issues tied to courage, anger, and repressed desires.
Chiron’s direct movement now allows us to integrate our lessons into more confident, empowered expressions. The energy is also about shifting from the wounded warrior to the enlightened protector, welcoming compassion, collaboration, and balanced action. This is the beginning of a more integrated approach, merging masculine drive with feminine intuition.
Success Beyond the Veil
The year ends with a Black Moon in Capricorn, an energetic and symbolic event. A black moon occurs when there is a second New Moon within a single calendar month, a rare event that amplifies its energy. This event symbolizes hidden potential, beginnings, and the chance to plant seeds aligned with both personal and collective transformation. Capricorn’s energy emphasizes ambition, discipline, and structures that support long-term growth.
This is an ideal time to set clear, achievable intentions that reflect genuine commitment, thanks to the Moon’s sextile to Saturn, its ruler. Spend time aligning your aspirations with tangible steps, making sure that what you manifest has the backbone to withstand the test of time.
However, the square to Pluto introduces more intense energy, making one look more deeply at power dynamics, control, sexual issues, or hidden fears. This isn’t just a fresh start—this is death and rebirth. Pluto’s presence brings an element of shadow work, challenging you to confront any attachments or patterns that hold you back from fully living your potential. It’s a portal to let go of old identities, beliefs, or structures that have become limiting.
The Black Moon is not just a time to set resolutions; it represents a gateway into a deeper commitment to your inner and outer worlds. It asks you to define what you truly wish to build in 2025, not just for personal gain but as part of a collective movement toward a more aligned, integrated reality.
December’s 2024 Energy Oracle Card
This month’s Oracle card is “Chakana,” it is time to cross the threshold from the Earth Warrior’s Oracle deck.
Chakana appears as an ending so complete that there is no turning back. Things will never be the same as we close out 2024. This energy invites you to reshape your life by discovering new ways of living, thriving, and expressing yourself. It is an Oracle of destiny, a change unfolding in alignment with the greater movements of the higher realms. The number of this card is 19, which represents the beginning and the end.
This is a blessing, a sign that heaven is manifesting on earth. The old ways of dominance, darkness, and abuse of power will no longer reign. The time has come for a new order—one rooted in light, integrity, and true empowerment.
How to Make Productive Use of December’s Cosmic Energy
Check out these quick tips to clear, cleanse, and align your energy for a smooth entry into 2025.
- Gratitude Ritual: Reflect with gratitude on what you’ve gained and learned this year.
- End-of-Year Ritual: Light a white candle, cleanse your space, and write down what you wish to release. Burn the paper safely, visualizing a new beginning. Spend a few minutes meditating on your goals for 2025.
- Sacral Healing & Cleansing: Use orange or ylang-ylang essential oil in a warm sea salt bath. This helps to release old emotions and reignites passion and creativity.
- Detox: Add warm lemon water, dandelion tea, or turmeric water to your routine. Set the intention to release anger and purify energy as you transition into the new year.
- Connect With Your 9th Auric Field: Use breathwork to connect with higher realms. Imagine a violet light expanding around you, enhancing spiritual awareness.
December is about stepping into your purpose and awakening to the wonder and miracles around you. It’s a call to slow down and honor the journey, even as the winds of change blow the world around us. Let each blessing unfold as you close out the year, breathing deeply and savoring the present.
Happy December and Happy New Year!
Keep track of all of December’s astrological transits throughout the month with our astrology calendar.